Author: Membership

#5 – IAAF Highlight Video

Mack Klingbeil, video production specialist, says: “Getting the opportunity to highlight all of the amazing things the IAA Foundation does for agriculture was an engaging experience for me as a … Read More

Profit Watch: The balance sheet

Farmers looking at their 2023 goals can find guidance through their farm’s balance sheets. “A lot of guys just think in terms of seed, chemicals and fertilizer. That’s about half … Read More

Heap named to national YF&R committee

A former Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader chair and the winner of IFB’s 2022 Excellence in Agriculture Award will take on a national agriculture role next year. Kaylee Heap of … Read More

The U.S. breeding inventory of hogs increased .5% last quarter, stopping two years of liquidation.

Strong demand and prices are encouraging hog farmers to expand, reports FarmWeek’s Daniel Grant. “We kind of saw a mixed picture in terms of the number of hogs available for … Read More

What put Excalibur Seasoning on the map?

Before you heat up the oven or fire up the smoker, make sure you have meat’s best friend – Excalibur Seasoning – ready. “Our No. 1 seasoning blend is our … Read More

Christmas is the largest holiday for smoked hams

Move over Easter and Thanksgiving, Christmas is here to serve the most ham. “Smoked ham retail sales consistently spike during holiday seasons,” stated a release from the National Pork Board. … Read More

Will there be a white Christmas?

This week began with seasonal temperatures and could end with wind chill factors below zero. Dan Hicks, Freese-Notis meteorologist, discusses two weather systems heading for Illinois this week. Find out … Read More

Keeping your Christmas tree fresh through December

For many families, picking out the perfect Christmas tree is an annual tradition. But how do you keep it looking fresh throughout the holiday season? Check out these eight tips … Read More

Holiday travel expected to rise: gas prices trend lower

How many miles are you racking up this holiday season? In Illinois, AAA estimates 5.8 million people will journey by vehicle at least 50 miles from home between Dec. 23 … Read More

Never too early to engage kids in science

Science should be fun to learn. And it should engage all five senses. Craig Wilson, director of USDA’s Future Scientists Program, shares how he grabs the attention of students and … Read More

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